Emergency measures hobble Cuba as fuel supplies dwindle under U.S. pressure

Cuba is facing a severe crisis as dwindling fuel supplies, exacerbated by ongoing U.S. sanctions, prompt the government to implement emergency measures. In response to the fuel shortage, authorities have closed universities, reduced school hours, and shortened the workweek, significantly impacting daily life. Public transportation has also been curtailed, with limited fuel sales making it difficult for citizens to commute or access essential services. This situation highlights the broader implications of U.S. economic pressure on Cuba, which has struggled with energy shortages for years. The Cuban government is now tasked with navigating these challenges while ensuring public safety and maintaining basic functions of society during this period of extreme scarcity.